Labourer 

• Permanent Full Time
• Monday to Friday, 76 hours per fortnight, 9 day fortnight
• $71,175 per annum (LGIA Stream B Level 3 + Site Allowance) + Superannuation
• Location – Rockhampton

Your new role

Bring your energy, hands on skills and love of the outdoors to a role where no two days look the same.

This position takes you across the region on a variety of projects, tackling diverse labouring tasks that support the construction and maintenance of essential water and sewerage services for Fitzroy River Water. From concreting to mowing, machinery operation and using a range of tools, you’ll be right in the action - helping deliver the infrastructure that keeps communities running.

This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).

What we are looking for

• Experience in the completion of general and site maintenance activities related to water and sewerage infrastructure and understands the importance of these assets.
• A White Card and C Class driver’s licence, with additional licences or tickets highly regarded.
• Strong commitment to safe work practices and hazard awareness.
• Reliable team player with clear communication skills and a positive work ethic.

What you'll get in return 

As an employee of Rockhampton Regional Council, you will join a diverse and innovative team of more than 1000 employees supported by good leadership, who proudly deliver services and make a difference to the lives of people living and working within the region.

• Supportive Work/Life Balance 
• A large employer with a strong values driven culture 
• A generous superannuation scheme – Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Corporate membership discounts 
• Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options 
• 17.5% annual leave loading 
• Wages paid fortnightly 
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Passport and active social clubs

What you need to do next

To apply for this opportunity, please submit two documents:

1.  A 1-2 page Cover Letter addressing the Application Criteria below;
2.  Your Current resume.

Application Criteria

• Experience working as labourer in a general construction / maintenance environment (highly desirable experience water / sewerage services)
• Positive attitude, customer focussed and willingness to work within diverse teams.     
• Safety focussed and the ability to identify hazards and risks on the worksite. 

Please use Council’s cover letter template and ensure you clearly label each Application Criteria in your cover letter.

Click the ‘Apply’ button above to complete your online application.

Applications Close: Monday 9 March 2026 at Midnight (AEST)